That familiar floor squeak doesn't always mean expensive repairs. The explanation is often hidden below the surface and ...

Floating floors are those that aren't fixed to either a subfloor or floor joists. While linoleum and cork can be installed as floating floors, most floors of this type are either laminate or vinyl ...

Finding the exact cause of the squeak, and then choosing the best remedy, isn’t always a simple task. Don’t be surprised if you have to try several solutions before you stop it for good. But don’t ...

Hardwood floors are coveted features in many homes. The National Wood Flooring Association says wood floors are the most ...

Q: Floors that squeak and groan. That's what we've got in our newly built home. We've asked the builder to do something about this, but he says: "It's normal." Can you believe that? Our previous homes ...

Q – I love my wood floors, but there are parts that squeak, which is very annoying. I am also lousy with a hammer, which is also very annoying. What should I do? Doug in Snellville A – Squeaky floors ...

I love hardwood floors, but do you know what I don't love? Annoying squeaks. The squeaks in hardwood floors are usually caused by loose boards or gaps over the floor joists, which can worsen over time ...